When was the Skill India Mission launched, and what is its overarching objective?
A 2010, To promote higher education in engineering
B 2015, To create a skilled workforce for various sectors
C 2018, To provide digital literacy to rural populations
D 2012, To establish new vocational training institutes
Answer: B
The Skill India Mission was launched by the Government of India in 2015 with the aim of skilling over 40 crore (400 million) people in India in various sectors by 2022, and continues to evolve to meet industry demands.
22.
Which of the following best describes a key approach adopted by the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) to ensure sustainable water supply in rural areas?
A Centralized water treatment plants for all villages
B Exclusive reliance on groundwater sources
C Community participation and management of water supply systems
D Privatization of water distribution networks
Answer: C
JJM emphasizes a community-led approach, where local village communities, particularly women, are involved in the planning, implementation, management, operation, and maintenance of the water supply systems, ensuring sustainability.
23.
What was the original target year set by the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) to achieve 'Har Ghar Jal' (water tap connection to every rural household)?
A 2022
B 2023
C 2024
D 2025
Answer: C
The Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) aimed to provide functional household tap connections to all rural households by 2024. By 2026, the mission has achieved significant milestones towards this goal.
24.
When was the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) launched, and what is its primary objective?
A 2014, To provide irrigation facilities to all farms
B 2019, To provide safe and adequate drinking water through tap connections to all rural households
C 2020, To clean all major rivers in India
D 2018, To promote rainwater harvesting in urban areas
Answer: B
The Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) was launched on August 15, 2019, with the ambitious goal of providing every rural household with a functional household tap connection (FHTC) providing safe and adequate drinking water by 2024.
25.
The recent "Phase III Expansion" of PMAY-U in 2026 primarily aims to ensure continued support for which segment of the urban population?
A High-income Group (HIG)
B Non-Resident Indians (NRIs)
C Economically Weaker Section (EWS) and Low-Income Group (LIG)
D Corporate Employees
Answer: C
PMAY-U primarily targets the urban poor, specifically beneficiaries from the Economically Weaker Section (EWS) and Low-Income Group (LIG), by providing financial assistance for housing. The "Phase III Expansion" signifies the government's continued commitment to address the housing needs of these vulnerable sections.
26.
Which of the following is NOT a component of the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Urban) (PMAY-U)?
A In-situ Slum Redevelopment (ISSR)
B Credit Linked Subsidy Scheme (CLSS)
C Affordable Housing in Partnership (AHP)
D Rural Housing Interest Subsidy Scheme (RHISS)
Answer: D
PMAY-U has four main components: In-situ Slum Redevelopment (ISSR), Credit Linked Subsidy Scheme (CLSS), Affordable Housing in Partnership (AHP), and Beneficiary-led Construction (BLC). RHISS is not a component of PMAY-U, which focuses on urban areas.
27.
When was the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Urban) (PMAY-U) launched, and what was its primary objective?
A 2014, Housing for All by 2020
B 2015, Housing for All by 2022
C 2016, Smart Cities Development
D 2017, Urban Infrastructure Upgrade
Answer: B
PMAY-U was launched on June 25, 2015, with the aim of providing "Housing for All" in urban areas by the year 2022. The scheme has seen extensions for completion of sanctioned houses.
28.
Which of the following is a likely area of focus for projects undertaken under the 'Sahyog-Gram' Initiative, given its objective of collaboration between academic institutions and rural communities?
A Development of advanced AI algorithms for stock market prediction.
B Implementation of smart farming techniques and renewable energy solutions in villages.
C Construction of large-scale industrial manufacturing units.
D Establishment of international trade agreements for rural produce.
Answer: B
The initiative is designed to bring academic expertise to rural areas, making areas like sustainable agriculture (smart farming) and renewable energy practical applications for rural development.
29.
What is a key objective of the 'Sahyog-Gram' Initiative, launched in 2026, in its approach to rural development?
A To relocate rural populations to urban centers for better opportunities.
B To promote sustainable livelihood options and improve the quality of life in villages.
C To centralize all rural governance under a single national authority.
D To encourage migration from rural to urban areas for employment.
Answer: B
The initiative focuses on empowering rural communities by creating sustainable economic opportunities and enhancing their overall well-being, rather than encouraging migration.
30.
The 'Sahyog-Gram' Initiative, launched in 2026, is primarily aimed at fostering collaboration between which two sectors to promote rural development?
A Urban Municipalities and Rural Panchayats
B Academic Institutions and Rural Communities
C Industrial Hubs and Agricultural Cooperatives
D National Parks and Wildlife Sanctuaries
Answer: B
The 'Sahyog-Gram' Initiative aims to leverage the knowledge, research, and resources of academic institutions to address the developmental challenges faced by rural communities.
